SoftBank came from behind with a 5-run barrage in the fourth inning to beat Nippon-Ham 6-4, holding on late to secure the win. In the professional baseball Climax Series game at Mizuho PayPay Dome, the relievers also combined effectively.
SoftBank came from behind to beat Nippon-Ham 6-4. The game was played as a Climax Series matchup. The teams were evenly matched in the early innings, but SoftBank seized control in the fourth and began to turn the game around.
SoftBank scored 5 runs in the fourth-inning attack on Shoji's (庄子) single to right, Shuto's (周東) sacrifice fly and Kondo's (近藤) timely double, among other plays, turning the game around at once. This put distance between SoftBank and Nippon-Ham, which was chasing the game.
Relievers including second pitcher Suzuki Go (鈴木 豪) combined to preserve SoftBank's lead. The gap was maintained through the later innings, and SoftBank held on for the win.
The game was played on the 14th at Mizuho PayPay Dome as a Climax Series matchup. The performances of players including Shoji (庄子), Shuto (周東) and Kondo (近藤), along with the relievers' resilience, led to the victory.